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Easy Cinnamon Muffins

Soft, fluffy cinnamon muffins with a sweet cinnamon sugar topping. Made in one bowl, ready in 30 minutes—perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.

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Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 20

Resting Time: 10

Total Time: 40

Servings: muffins

Calories: 195kcal

Cost: $4–$6 (budget-friendly)

Equipment

1 12-cup muffin tin Non-stick or silicone preferred
2 Medium mixing bowls One for dry, one for wet
1 Rubber spatula For gentle folding
1 Ice cream scoop For even portioning
1 Wire cooling rack For proper air circulation
1 set Measuring cups/spoons Accurate measurements
1 Whisk For blending dry ingredients
12 Paper liners Optional, easier cleanup

Ingredients

For the Muffins

2 cups All-purpose flour Spoon and level
¾ cup Granulated sugar
2 teaspoon Baking powder Fresh for best results
1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon Salt
½ cup Vegetable oil Canola works too
1 large Egg Room temperature
¾ cup Whole milk Warmed slightly
1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Pure if possible

For the Topping

¼ cup Granulated sugar
1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
2 tablespoon Melted butter For drizzling on top

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease lightly.
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
In another bowl, whisk together oil, egg, milk, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and fold gently with a rubber spatula until just combined. Do not overmix.
Let the batter rest for 10 minutes to hydrate the flour and ensure fluffier muffins.
Using an ice cream scoop or spoon, divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about ⅔ full.
In a small bowl, mix together the topping sugar and cinnamon.
Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture over each muffin, then drizzle melted butter on top.
Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until the tops are golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cool muffins in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

These cinnamon muffins are versatile and can be customized with add-ins like chopped nuts, raisins, or chocolate chips. For a bakery-style touch, consider adding a streusel topping or a simple glaze after baking.

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